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Banswara History
Banswara, it is likely, derived its name from bans or
bamboo shoots, which once grew in abundance around the
places. It was a part of the territory known aas Bagar
during the regin of Udai Singh (who succeeded to the
throne sometime between 1496 and 1498 AD) and is said
to have been founded by Jagmal, the younger son of
Udai Singh who, being much devoted to his queen, the
mother of Jagmal and wanting to see him installed as a
ruler of a separate State, had partitioned Bagar
between the two claimant sons before his death.
Banswara remained the capital of erstwhile State of
the same name for about four centuries thereafter.
The crumbling stone wall enclosing the old town is
still visible, overlooked by the palace of the former
rulers of the principality. Bai Tal - an artificial
tank - believed to have been constructed by Lachhi Bai
of Idar, the Rani of Maharawal Jagmal, lies on the
eastern side of the town. About a kilometre away, are
the chhatris or cenotaphs of the royality. The town
has some Jain and Hindu temples and old mosques.
How to reach Banswara
By Air
Nearest airport is Udaipur (160 kms) And airport in
Indore (212 kms)
By Bus
No route in the district has so far been nationalised.
Rajasthan, Gujarat and M.P. Roadways and the private
travel agencies operate frequent buses to major cities
like Ahmadabad, Baroda, Ujjain, Bhopa, Udaipur, Jaipur
, Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Bombay, Delhi etc.
By Train
Rail Nearest railway station is in Ratlam (Madhya
Pradesh) (80 kms) connected with all the major cities
of the country.
Getting around
Banswara is a relatively small town and easy enough to
get around on foot, but there are plenty of unmetered
auto - rickshaws and cycles - rickshaws.
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Shri Raj Mandir
This 16th century old city palace of Banswar overlooks
the town. It covers a large area, and is a typical
example of old Rajput architecture. The palace is still
owned by the Royal family and can be visited only on
invitation.
Kagdi Picup and Mahi Dam
A part of Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project, beautiful fountain
gardens overlook the Kagdi Lake.
Anand Sagar Lake
On the eastern side of the town is an artificial lake
also known as Bai Talab, which is said to have been
constructed by Lachhi Bai of Idar, the Rani of maharawal
Jagmal. Nearby lies the chattris or cenotaphs of the
rulers of the state. Couple of holy tree known as "Kalp
Vriksha" which is said to fulfill the desires of the
visitors is also present nearby. The charming
surroundings also attract many visitors overhere.
Dialab Lake
Part of this lake remains covered with beautiful lotus
flowers. Badal Mahal, the summer residence of former
rulers is located on the embankment of the lake.
Abdulla Pir
A shrine of Bohra Muslims saint, a large numbers of
Bohra Muslims visit this place during Urs from different
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